Colombo Airport to Colombo City taxi
About 34 km and around 46 minutes without traffic. See the fare for every vehicle, then book on WhatsApp.
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Colombo Airport to Colombo City taxi price
The price of every vehicle for a one-way drop and for a return trip.
| Vehicle | One way | Return | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget CarAlto | Kwid | Rs. 4,100 (~$12) | Rs. 6,700 (~$20) | Book now |
| Mini CarAqua | Wagon R | Spacia | Rs. 4,300 (~$13) | Rs. 6,900 (~$21) | Book now |
| Sedan CarPrius | Grace | Insight | Rs. 5,100 (~$15) | Rs. 8,600 (~$26) | Book now |
| SUVVezel | Rs. 5,500 (~$17) | Rs. 9,400 (~$28) | Book now |
| Mini VanEvery | Clipper | Rs. 4,800 (~$14) | Rs. 7,700 (~$23) | Book now |
| KDH Flat-roof | Rs. 6,600 (~$20) | Rs. 11,000 (~$33) | Book now |
| KDH High-roof | Rs. 8,500 (~$26) | Rs. 13,000 (~$39) | Book now |
| Non A/C VanHiace | Caravan | Rs. 5,800 (~$17) | Rs. 9,800 (~$30) | Book now |
| Hiace 13 Seater | Rs. 8,700 (~$26) | Rs. 13,700 (~$41) | Book now |
| VIP Cars/Van | Rs. 10,600 (~$32) | Rs. 14,100 (~$42) | Book now |
Approximate prices at our current rates for the route to Colombo City. Return prices are for the round trip. Use the fare calculator at the top of this page for your exact pickup and drop. Fares do not include highway toll fees, and a long waiting time or extra stops can change the fare.
Taxi from Colombo Airport (CMB) to Colombo City
Distance, drive time, tolls and what to expect on this trip.
The drive from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) in Katunayake to Colombo City is about 34 km and takes around 46 minutes without traffic. The fastest route uses the E03 expressway, so highway toll fees are extra. To compare, tick Avoid the expressway in the fare calculator at the top of this page and you see the fare on normal roads.
Colombo City covers Colombo Fort, Pettah, Galle Face, Kollupitiya, Bambalapitiya and the main business districts. Book this transfer for hotels, offices and homes in the city.
Your pickup or drop can be any hotel, house, lodge or address. Enter it in the fare calculator at the top of this page and the fare is worked out for your exact route.
Colombo City to Colombo Airport taxi
Going the other way? Choose Colombo City as the pickup and Colombo Airport as the drop, or press the swap arrows in the fare calculator. Leave early for your flight: the drive takes about 46 minutes without traffic, and traffic can add time.
Waiting, stops and payment
The fare can change if we need to wait a long time or if you add extra stops. Tell us on WhatsApp and we will confirm the price before your trip. You can pay by cash, online transfer or QR payment.
Colombo City airport taxi questions
Quick answers about the trip between Colombo Airport and Colombo City.
How far is Colombo City from Colombo Airport (CMB)?
It is about 34 km by road from Bandaranaike International Airport.
Do you have an airport taxi from Katunayake to Colombo City?
Yes. Our Katunayake airport taxi takes you from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Colombo City. Choose the airport as your pickup and Colombo City as your drop in the fare calculator, check the price of every vehicle and book on WhatsApp.
How long does the drive from Colombo Airport to Colombo City take?
It takes around 46 minutes without traffic. Traffic, road works and weather can make it longer, so allow extra time.
How much is a taxi from Colombo Airport to Colombo City?
The starting price is Rs. 4,100 for a one-way drop in our lowest-priced vehicle, the Budget Car. See the price of every vehicle in the table above, or use the fare calculator for your exact pickup and drop.
Do the fares to Colombo City include toll fees?
No. This route uses the E03 expressway, and highway toll fees are extra. Tick Avoid the expressway in the fare calculator to compare the fare on normal roads.
Can I book a taxi from Colombo City to Colombo Airport?
Yes. Choose Colombo City as the pickup and Colombo Airport as the drop, or press the swap arrows in the fare calculator. Leave early, because the drive takes around 46 minutes without traffic.
Can I add stops or ask the driver to wait?
Yes. The fare can change if we need to wait a long time or if you add extra stops. Tell us on WhatsApp and we will confirm the price before your trip.
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